Egg Squeeze

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Egg Squeeze is a single player casual simulation game with a comedy theme. It was developed by MATTER GAMES and was released on October 1, 2024. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

Egg Squeeze is a biological intuition test where you squeeze eggs for as long as you can without breaking them.

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Audience ScoreBased on 373 reviews

music9 positive mentions

grinding2 negative mentions

Egg Squeeze offers a unique and surprisingly addictive gameplay experience centered around the simple yet engaging mechanic of squeezing eggs, which keeps players coming back for more.
The game features an excellent soundtrack and charming visuals that enhance the overall atmosphere, making it a delightful experience for players.
Despite its short length, Egg Squeeze provides a compelling narrative and a sense of progression that encourages players to explore different outcomes and achieve high scores.

The gameplay can become repetitive and may lack depth, leading to a feeling of monotony after the initial novelty wears off.
Some players find the RNG (random number generation) mechanics frustrating, as it can lead to unpredictable outcomes that may detract from the enjoyment.
The game is relatively short, which may leave some players wanting more content or a deeper experience beyond the initial gameplay.

gameplay
27 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
11%
78%
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The gameplay is characterized by its simplicity and accessibility, making it easy to learn yet challenging to master, particularly for those aiming for 100% completion. Players appreciate the unique blend of risk vs. reward mechanics and the engaging, surreal atmosphere, although some find the core mechanic of guessing a timer value frustrating and repetitive. Overall, the game offers a captivating experience with a minimalist approach that encourages strategic thinking and emotional engagement.
- “The gameplay is easy to learn yet tough to master, which you’ll quickly realize if you aim for 100% completion.”
- “It's a delicate dance, a high-wire act that requires precision, patience, and a deep understanding of the egg's internal mechanics.”
- “This simple concept is taken to an egg-treme with many different types of eggs that influence how many points one gets from their squeeze and features that influence the gameplay in mysterious ways.”
- “Beyond that, it's a cheap maximalist art project with very tedious gameplay.”
- “While the price point for the game is more than fair, I just don't find the central (and only) gameplay mechanic of guessing a random timer value between 3 and 10 seconds fun or engaging, and often find it frustrating.”
- “Maximalist art and minimalist gameplay.”
music
23 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
39%
48%
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The music in the game has received widespread acclaim for its diverse range, from catchy tunes to atmospheric soundscapes, enhancing the overall experience. Composed by indie veterans, the soundtrack perfectly complements the game's vibe, making it both enjoyable and memorable. Players appreciate the unique style of the composer, Floor Baba, and many express a desire for longer gameplay to fully immerse themselves in the music.
- “The music fits perfectly with the atmosphere, and every now and then a catchy, upbeat tune sneaks in and refuses to leave your head.”
- “The intense or calming music pushing you to sense how close it is to cracking is so good.”
- “A charming little eggventure with epic music, memorable moments, and lil guys.”
- “I tried to find patterns in the surrounding music and items in the game, to see if I could better squeeze the egg, but alas, I don't believe there are any.”
- “Music straight out of LSD Dream Emulator, confusing gameplay that you kind of get a feel for a ways in once you start listening to it closer.”
- “The concept seems repetitive and stupid, but the atmosphere of the game somehow makes me take it seriously and the little music licks and little unlocks you get after getting a certain amount of points make it really hard to want to stop squeezing the egg.”
story
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
30%
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The game's story is surprisingly engaging, with a unique and surreal narrative that effectively builds its world within a short gameplay duration. While some players appreciate the depth and humor woven into the plot, others feel it lacks sufficient substance for long-term engagement, particularly after completing the main storyline. Overall, it offers a fun and mysterious tone, though it may remind some players of other similar titles.
- “At first glance, I didn’t think there would be any story, but there is—and it really pulls you in.”
- “Definitely recommended if you want a story that can successfully build its world in about an hour or two of gameplay.”
- “Really fun mysterious tone & story that unfolds as you squeeze more eggs, great OST, surprisingly engaging.”
- “I appreciate having a minor, surreal story attached to the gameplay—but it's not enough.”
- “Unique concept, but still feels similar to a bunch of weird games I've played before in terms of story.”
- “☐ no story”
humor
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is highlighted by the presence of a charming egg mascot and the amusing disparity in player performance, which adds a comedic element to the gameplay experience. Players appreciate the blend of humor with engaging mechanics, making for a surprisingly entertaining and thrilling adventure. Overall, the game successfully combines lightheartedness with deeper themes, enhancing its appeal.
- “It's hilarious seeing some streamers beat this in 40 minutes and others take 3 hours because of their hubris.”
- “I like this game; it's got a funny little character.”
- “A funny little experience that has a surprisingly thrilling high risk/reward mechanic in it.”
atmosphere
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is highly praised, with a standout sound design that features a diverse range of music composed by indie veterans, enhancing both the eerie and catchy elements of the experience. Players note that the atmospheric quality effectively engages them, making even repetitive gameplay feel immersive and compelling. Overall, the game's dedication to creating a rich atmosphere is evident in every scene and environment.
- “Sound design is important here; if only because it's obviously an indie game - the beauty of the score and soundtrack are that they're composed by indie veterans, and it can range from catchy, jaunty little tunes to atmospheric and eerie sound work.”
- “The music fits perfectly with the atmosphere, and every now and then a catchy, upbeat tune sneaks in and refuses to leave your head.”
- “One thing that's clear to note from the very beginning is that Egg Squeeze puts a lot of time and effort into building the atmosphere around every scene and environment.”
- “The concept seems repetitive and stupid, but the atmosphere of the game somehow makes me take it seriously. The little music licks and unlocks you get after reaching a certain amount of points make it really hard to want to stop squeezing the egg.”
- “One thing that's clear from the very beginning is that Egg Squeeze puts a lot of time and effort into building the atmosphere around every scene and environment.”
graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's retro graphics effectively enhance its eerie atmosphere, complementing the simplicity of the gameplay. The art style, while minimalistic, possesses a unique charm that adds to the overall experience, making it visually engaging with fun details and easter eggs.
- “It's another retro-looking game, but that actually works somewhat in its favor as the visuals play towards the eeriness of the game, illustrating the simplicity of the core gameplay while the darkness creeps around you.”
- “Fun simple game with cool visuals and Easter eggs.”
- “It's another retro-looking game, but that actually works somewhat in its favor as the visuals play towards the eeriness of the game, and the way it illustrates the simplicity of the core gameplay while the darkness creeps around you.”
- “The art style, while simple, has its own uniquely cursed charm—and I’m here for it!”
emotional
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players report that the game evokes a profound emotional response, fostering a deep spiritual connection and eliciting a range of feelings from joy to sorrow. Despite its simple gameplay, it successfully engages players on a complex emotional level, leading to moments of laughter and tears.
- “Not joking, this game made me feel a deep spiritual connection to the hand on the screen that no other game has made me feel.”
- “I squeezed, I laughed, I cried.”
- “The gameplay is really simple, but it made me feel complex emotions.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the game's replayability surprisingly strong, often exceeding their initial expectations and keeping them engaged for extended periods.
- “On top of that, the replayability is surprisingly strong, keeping me hooked far longer than I expected.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and heavily reliant on luck and farming for achievements, which may deter some from pursuing 100% completion. Despite this, many feel that the experience is still worthwhile, albeit frustrating at times.
- “Not sure if I would have the drive to 100% it because a lot of the achievements seem to be luck/farming based after finishing up the story, but it was definitely worth the time.”
- “Beyond that, it's a cheap maximalist art project with very tedious gameplay.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's optimization is enhanced by its unique user interface and engaging risk vs. reward mechanics, providing a tactile experience that sets it apart from other clicker games.
- “It offers a tactile element to the optimization style of clickers that others don’t, with its UI and risk vs. reward mechanics.”